What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gyal
Example
That gyal over there has some serious dance moves. [gyal: noun]
Example
Big up to my gyal for always having my back. [gyal: noun]
Example
She's a real gyal about town with her fashion sense. [gyal: adjective]
miss
Example
Excuse me, miss, do you have the time? [miss: noun]
Example
Miss Johnson is our math teacher. [miss: noun]
Example
I saw a miss walking her dog earlier. [miss: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Miss is more commonly used than gyal in everyday language, especially in standard English. Gyal is more likely to be used in specific cultural contexts or among speakers of Caribbean or Jamaican English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gyal and miss?
Miss is generally considered more formal and respectful than gyal, which can be more casual and informal. Miss is also more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while gyal is more limited in its usage and may not be appropriate in all situations.
